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Pan-Seared Jersey Scallops with Parsnip Puree
Sweet Jersey scallops perfectly seared and served on a silky parsnip puree with Jersey butter
Prep Time
20
Total Time
45 minutes
Calories
575 kcal
Difficulty
Medium
Equipment
3 items
Cost
£6.85/serving
Ingredients
Servings
4
12largeJersey scallops(cleaned)
£24.00
500gParsnips(peeled and chopped)
£0.75
200mlJersey milk
£0.40
60gJersey butter(divided)
£0.80
2tbspOlive oil
£0.15
4sprigsFresh thyme
£0.60
1wholeLemon(juiced)
£0.60
1tspSea salt
£0.05
0.5tspBlack pepper(freshly ground)
£0.05
Total Cost
£27.40
£6.85 per serving
Instructions
- 1.Boil parsnips in salted water for 15-20 minutes until very tender. Drain well.
- 2.Blend parsnips with Jersey milk and 30g butter until silky smooth. Season and keep warm.
- 3.Pat scallops completely dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- 4.Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over high heat until very hot but not smoking.
- 5.Add scallops and cook for 90 seconds without moving. Flip and cook for another 60-90 seconds.
- 6.Add remaining butter and thyme. Baste scallops with the foaming butter for 30 seconds.
- 7.Remove from heat and add lemon juice. Serve scallops on parsnip puree with pan butter.
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Nutrition Information
Nutrition per serving (300g)
575 kcal / 2406 kJ
Carbs
24g
9% of RDA
Fat
37g
53% of RDA
Protein
38g
76% of RDA
Detailed Breakdown
Fibre
6 g
20% of RDA
Sugar
12 g
13% of RDA
Sodium
720 mg
31% of RDA
Saturated Fat
19 g
95% of RDA
Cooking Equipment
Large frying pan
Medium saucepan
Blender
Wine Pairings
No wine pairing suggestions available for this recipe.
Complete the Meal
Starter
Jersey Royal Potato and Watercress Soup with Crispy Croutons
A creamy and vibrant soup featuring Jersey Royal potatoes and peppery watercress, topped with homemade croutons.
45 minutes
4 servings
Easy"This creamy soup provides a light and earthy counterpoint to the richness of the scallops and parsnip puree. The watercress adds a peppery note that cuts through the sweetness, while the crispy croutons offer a textural contrast. Using Jersey Royal potatoes aligns with the regional cuisine and reinforces the casual, comforting mood."
Dessert
Jersey Apple and Blackberry Crumble with Crème Fraîche
A simple and delicious crumble featuring locally sourced Jersey apples and blackberries, topped with a buttery crumble and served with a dollop of crème fraîche. Perfect after a rich savory dish.
45 minutes
4 servings
Easy"The sweet and tart flavors of apple and blackberry provide a refreshing end to the meal, balancing the savory richness of the scallops. The warm, comforting crumble texture contrasts nicely with the smoothness of the parsnip puree, while the crème fraîche adds a tangy coolness that complements both the crumble and the preceding courses. It uses locally sourced ingredients."
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